Sermons on New Life And Hope:

Hope In Jesus The Only Way, Truth And Life Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 18, 2018

When we place our faith and trust in Jesus we are placing our hope in the only one who can save us from our sins.

Hope in the only Way, Truth & Life We continue in our series on Hope found Here and this month we are considering Hope in Christ. This evening I want to remind you that when we place our faith and trust in Jesus we are placing our hope in the only one who can save us from our sins. Throughout ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"New Direction For A New Year" Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Dec 31, 2002

What was this past year like for you? Was it filled with joy and peace or anxiety and stress? What were my "Time Stealers"? Let’s see how we can use our time wisely in Christ for a New Direction for my life!

"New Direction for a New Year" Text: Eph. 5:15-17 & Selected "New Direction for a New Year" Using Time Wisely Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin – December 29, 2002 God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! What was the year 2002 like for you? Filled with joy and peace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Edify One Another Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 11, 2001

Many Christians are weary and worn by this life. Edifying ¡V building-up by Christian brothers is the only hope some of us have!

October 14, 2001 ¡Kand edify one another, even as also ye do. Out of ancient Greek history we find the king of Sparta boasting to a visiting monarch about the mighty walls of Sparta. The guest looked around, but he saw no walls. I¡¦d like to see those walls. Show them to me! The Spartan ruler ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Beginning

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 21, 2019

On Good Friday, all hope was lost. Yet, Easter Sunday brought hope, forgiveness, and life to all who would choose Jesus as Lord. He is risen, and he rises us to new life as well!

Luke 24:1-12 The Beginning Nature’s seasons remind us of the seasons of life. There is spring, where new growth is popping up out of the earth. The wild flowers are so pretty this time of year in South Texas. There is summer, and later fall, which here is like a slightly milder form of summer. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:8, Romans 8:1, 1 Corinthians 15:55, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sing To The Lord A New Song

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 6, 2008

This is a funeral service for a Christian who has had been given the gift of music which he shared in his community, in church and as a public school teacher. Two helpful illustrations

In Jesus Holy Name Text: Psalm 98:1 Funeral “Sing to the Lord a New Song” Grace, Mercy and Peace to you from our risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. _________________ loved music. It was his life. That’s why I have chosen this verse from Psalm 98 as the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

Psalm 30

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Dec 15, 2021

Psalm 30 is a psalm of new orientation.

Psalm 30: Sorrow May Stay The Night, But Joy Is Always There Introduction: Psalm 30 LEB A psalm; a song for the dedication of the house. Of David. This beautiful psalm seems to have been originally written after recovery from a serious illness. We have all had plenty of experience with illness ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living Out God's Design

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 5, 2025

In Christ, we are redeemed and given a new life. We are called to live out the virtues of Christ, seek to bless others more than ourselves, and let the Word of Christ govern our lives.

Col 3:12-17 - LIVING OUT GOD’S DESIGN In today’s passage, Paul paints for us a blueprint for living as God’s chosen people. • As Christians, being saved by Christ, we are changed by God’s grace and given a new life. And therefore a new way of living that reflects the character of Christ. • When ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 2:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The River Leading To The Tree Of Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021

Sometimes I feel like we are a generation endlessly staring at the screen, watching movies and tv shows, and series, applauding at the entertainment.

"The Danish philosopher, Kierkegaard, tells a parable of a theater where a variety show is proceeding. Each show is more fantastic than the last, and is applauded by the audience. Suddenly the manager comes forward. He apologizes for the interruption, but the theater is on fire, and he begs ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

New Direction

Contributed by Mike Flack on Aug 21, 2001

If you stagnate in the Christian Life you die - This is Biblical help to move forward!

Let me begin with this: It is called “Life’s Tough Questions to ponder!” 1. Why is the third hand on a watch called the second hand? 2. If a word is misspelled in the dictionary, how would we even know it? 3. Why do we say that something is out of whack? What is a whack? 4. Why does “slow ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Friends

A New Heart For A New Year

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Jan 1, 2011

You cannot live without a beating heart. What the physical heart is to the body, is what the spiritual heart is to the soul. Proverbs 4:23 Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. There is NO heart so steeped in sin that He ca

TIME FOR A HEART CHECK UP A couple of cows were grazing in a lovely pasture. They were standing by a fence alongside a road. Right in front of them passes a large semi truck. It was hauling a bright, shiny, chrome tanker trailer. On the side of the trailer - printed in big red letters - were the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Christian Church

Discipleship: Share The Good News Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 6, 2020

Disciples share the good news of our hope in Christ with others

April 1, 2020 Sermon Series 2020: Discipleship Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 8:26-40; Matthew 28:18-20 Discipleship: Share the Good News Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our news these days is dominated by the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding New Strength In The Lord

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Aug 4, 2017

Where do you go when you feel weak, powerless, and defeated? Isaiah gives us hope by sharing with us 3 truths to restore hope and be strengthened by the Lord.

FINDING NEW STRENGTH IN THE LORD Isaiah 40:28-31 This prophecy of Isaiah is during a very dark time in the nation of Judah. God had delivered them from the Assyrian Army decades ago, but Judah has continued in sin and been judged. Isaiah had prophesied and it is now happening that Babylon has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ, I Am...made New Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

In Christ, we have new passions, a new attitude, and a new source of righteousness. Includes specific actions to live in new ways.

IN CHRIST, I AM…MADE NEW—Ephesians 4:17-5:2 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) When our son Andy went off to college, he decided to become Andrew—again. If we called his roommate to ask where Andy was, his roommate did not recognize the name. Andrew’s name change was symbolic of a new start ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am Not A Victim: The Christian Life Is An Abundant Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 21, 2022

God takes broken things and makes them new. And abundantly new. Abundantly beautiful.

“Slats Grobnik scratched out a few bucks selling Christmas trees. Just before Christmas, when all the trees had been picked over, a ragged couple came onto the lot. As they turned the price tag over on each tree, it was obvious that they didn’t have enough money to buy one. Then the woman spied a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-19, 2 Peter 1:3-8, John 10:10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hope Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 13, 2019

Hope is a significant key to finding in the journey of life because it is a wonderful gift from God. Hope will become a source of strength, power and courage in the face of life’s severest trials. Hope will bring you joy when you think there is no joy!

Series: Finding Joy in The Journey Series: We need to find joy in the journey! Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers because storms will blow in and out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, 1 Peter 1:3, 1 Peter 1:1-12, John 11:1-44, John 12:12-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational